2016 WMU News

'The Foreigner' comes to WMU Theatre

University Theatre will stage six performances of "The Foreigner," a comedy by Larry Shue, Oct. 28 through Nov. 6 at Williams Theatre in the Gilmore Theatre Complex.

Bronco Marching Band concert includes selections from halftime shows

The Bronco Marching Band's annual "Season in Review" concert will take place at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 6, in Miller Auditorium.

Free concert features works inspired by 'Goyescas' opera

Spanish-American mezzo-soprano Marisa Martins joins pianist Mac McClure in concert at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 6, in the Dalton Center Recital Hall.

Drawings to be held in November for campus United Way campaign

Prizes include WMU spirit wear as well as tickets to sporting events and Miller Auditorium shows.

Football Broncos remain undefeated after 45-31 win over EMU

At 8-0, WMU's football team is one of nine in the nation to remain undefeated. The Broncos held steady at No. 20 in the AP; dropped one spot to No. 21 in the coaches poll.

Gold Company presents annual preview concert

The Gold Company will kick off its 39th year with WMU at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 3, in the Dalton Center Recital Hall.

Western Winds to perform music from 19th and 21st centuries

Western Winds will perform at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2, in the Dalton Center Recital Hall. The performance will be preceded by a 7 p.m. discussion hosted by Dr. Robert White.

Registration is open for WMU's Turkey Trot 5K

The Turkey Trot 5K will start at 8:30 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 20, at the Student Recreation Center. This event was originally planned for Saturday, Nov. 19, and had to be rescheduled due to ESPN College GameDay logistics. Refunds must be requested by 5 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 16, at wmich.edu/rec/turkeytrot.

Chemist to discuss climate change science and policy

Dr. Marsha Lester of the University of Pennsylvania will be on the WMU campus for lectures and a reception Thursday, Nov. 10.

Coercion and morality meet in ethics discussion

Dr. Hallie Liberto, University of Connecticut, will speak on "Coercion and Moral Power" at 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 4, in 157 Bernhard Center.

Chicana author next up in fall Frostic Reading Series

Ana Castillo, a distinguished Chicana novelist, poet, essayist, playwright, translator and scholar, will read from her works at 8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2.

Rose Ensemble brings 'Land of the Three Faiths' to WMU

The internationally acclaimed Rose Ensemble will perform at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 30, in the Dalton Center Recital Hall.

WMU men's soccer honored for team GPA

The Broncos concluded the 2015-16 academic year with an overall team GPA of 3.34, which ranked among the top of Division I institutions.

WMU women's soccer earns NSCAA Team Academic Award

This is the seventh consecutive year the Bronco women's soccer team has earned the award.

Jazz legend Peter Erskine joins WMU ensembles

Jazz drummer Peter Erskine will join WMU jazz ensembles in concert at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, in the Dalton Center Recital Hall.

WMU and Florida Southwestern State College announce alliance

New alliance with FSW will enable WMU to offer several high-profile academic programs at the college's Charlotte County, Florida, campus.

WMU debuts new product design and innovation major

The undergraduate program combining art, design, engineering and entrepreneurship will be offered beginning in fall 2017.

Sky Broncos bring home fourth consecutive regional championship

The Sky Broncos precision flight team will compete in the National Intercollegiate Flying Association's national competition in Ohio in May.

Wrongful Conviction Program changing one life at a time

WMU's Wrongful Conviction Program allows undergraduate students the opportunity to research potential cases of innocence.

Employees urged to attend Benefits and Wellness Expo

WMU faculty and staff members can learn about their benefits, get flu shots, and take part in activities to improve health and wellness during the Wednesday, Oct. 26, event.

WMU to host forum on 'Big Data and the Internet of Things'

Keynote presentations from industry leaders and researchers as well as a workshop on project management and a demo of SAS data analytics highlight the Nov. 4 IT Forum.

WMU to announce alliance with Florida Southwestern State College

WMU and FSW plan to announce an alliance Tuesday, Oct. 18, which will offer several high-profile academic programs at the college's Charlotte County, Florida, campus.

Football Broncos move up to No. 20 in AP Poll

At 7-0, WMU's football team is one of 11 teams in the nation to be undefeated. The next game is a home match against Eastern Michigan set for 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22.

Applications available for Student Sustainability Grants

Applications are due by Thursday, Nov. 17, for up to $75,000 in funding to support student initiatives that will foster a culture of sustainability at WMU.

Revitalization of K-Wings is focus of breakfast event

Toni Daniels will talk about the revitalization of the Kalamazoo Wings organization in the next breakfast series event at 8 a.m Friday, Oct. 28.

Sphinx Virtuosi to perform at WMU

Sphinx Virtuosi will perform at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 26, in the Dalton Center Recital Hall. The performance will be preceded by a 7 p.m. discussion hosted by Dr. Robert White.

Research night returns to Waldo Library

Library, Writing Center and study zone staff will give students one-on-one assistance with their research papers from 4 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 25.

Romanian scholar to discuss climate change and water resources

Climate change and how it will affect water resources will be the topic of Dr. Liliana Zaharia's talk Friday, Oct. 21.

University Concert Band starts its season Oct. 25

The University Concert Band will kick off its concert season at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 25, in Miller Auditorium.

Graduate journal extends submission deadline

The Hilltop Review has extended its fall 2016 submissions deadline to Friday, Oct. 21. Peer reviewers also are being sought.